MC Quick Fact

The Deanís List, published online at the end of each semester, recognizes full-time students who earn a GPA of at least a 3.6.

Upcoming

Derek Webb, a contemporary Christian singer and songwriter, will lead the 2012 February Meetings, scheduled for Feb. 7. Watch the MC website for details.

“The Role of Body Mass Index (BMI) on Total Knee Replacement Rehabilitation”
For her Senior Study, Shelley Clark ’11 studied different factors that influenced rehabilitation time in several patients who had knee replacements. This story will be posted on the MC homepage in the coming days. Please check back.

Fun

MC-THEMED GIFTS MAKE GREAT PRESENTS!

If you have friends or loved ones who bleed orange and garnet, consider MC-themed gifts for the holidays. Aerial photos, a special puzzle, items from the MC Bookstore and tickets to Clayton Center events all make thoughtful presents. Visit the MC website for purchase information.

Campus Information

CAMPUS CLOSURE INFORMATION ANNOUNCED FOR HOLIDAYS

All residence halls will close at 9 p.m., December 15 for the Christmas Break and will reopen at 1 p.m., Jan. 8. Campus offices will close Dec. 23 in observance of the holidays and reopen Jan. 3.

Bob Hines ’76 and Pat Jones Hines ’76 hosted Nancy Kennedy Wallace ’72 for an author visit to Montverde Academy in Lake County, Fla., to promote her picture book, The Christmas Cats. Wallace also has a book signing scheduled for MCís 2012 Homecoming. The book is available at amazon.com.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
from Maryville College

Academics

BUSINESS CLASSES HOST CEO RANDY BOYD

Boyd, CEO of Knoxville-based Radio Systems Corporation, visited campus Nov. 15 and talked to students, faculty and administrators about his start in sales and his companyís mission and goals. Read the story online.

Student Development

STUDENTS ENJOY 18TH ANNUAL FINALS BREAKFAST

Hot pancakes, golden biscuits and crispy bacon were stress reducers for more than 300 students who took a break from studying Monday night and ventured to the Margaret Ware Dining Room for breakfast. Check out the photos posted online and take a look at the fun YouTube video.

Faculty

DR. SHERI MATASCIK RELEASES SECOND CD

Matascik, associate professor of music, recently released “Spirit Wood,” an album of 11 original songs on acoustic guitar. Visit the MC website to read more about the project and to hear clips from three compositions.

Admissions

SECOND ANNUAL VIRTUAL TOWN HALL FOR FINANCIAL AID PLANNED

On Jan. 17, prospective students and their families are invited to tune in to the live, online panel discussion that will address financial aid at Maryville College. Visit the website for details.

Athletics

COMMITTEE FORMED TO SEARCH FOR NEW FOOTBALL COACH

Joe Dawson ’69, a former MC football player and current Southeastern Conference football official, is leading a group of seven individuals who be instrumental in selecting the next football coach for MC. Visit the Athletics website for more information.

Alumni

FLORIDA ALUMNI AND FRIENDS TO REUNITE JAN. 14

Jim Demer ’55 and wife Linda are hosting a near all-day gathering in Tampa next month. Visit the Alumni section of the website for details.

Advancement

MADE A GIFT TO THE MARYVILLE FUND THIS YEAR?

Were you or someone you know the recipient of a scholarship to Maryville College? Did an MC faculty or staff member have a significant impact on your life? Do you remember the MC campus fondly? The Maryville Fund supports scholarships, faculty and staff salaries and maintenance of facilities and grounds. If you havenít given to the fund this year but would like to, please contact Eric Bellah at 865.981.8225 or make a gift online.

Clayton Center for the Arts

TICKETS REMAIN FOR TWO JANUARY SHOWS

The American Spiritual Ensemble returns to the Clayton Center for an MLK Weekend performance; Southern Fried Chicks, a comedy tour of women, will take the stage on Jan. 28. Visit the Clayton Center website to purchase tickets.